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Epson SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour vs HP DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript

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  • 24specifications compared
  • 15differ
  • 9identical
  • 41known for one product only

Key differences

The HP DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript has 1,200 x 1200 DPI more maximum resolution than the Epson SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour (2400 x 1200 DPI vs 1200 x 1200 DPI). The Epson SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour has 5 more print cartridges than the HP DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript (11 vs 6). The HP DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript has 36 cm more maximum roll diameter than the Epson SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour (61 cm vs 25 cm). Only the Epson SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour has built-in display. Operating temperature (T-T): 15 - 35 °C on the Epson SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour, 5 - 40 °C on the HP DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript.

  • Maximum resolution
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:1200 x 1200 DPI
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:2400 x 1200 DPI
  • Number of print cartridges
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:11
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:6
  • Maximum roll diameter
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:25 cm
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:61 cm
  • Built-in display
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:Yes
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:No
  • Power consumption (off)
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:0.3 W
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:0.1 W
  • Power consumption (sleep)
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:3.4 W
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:6.5 W
  • Operating temperature (T-T)
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:15 - 35 °C
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:5 - 40 °C
  • Storage temperature (T-T)
    • SureColor S9170 large format printer Inkjet Colour:-20 - 40 °C
    • DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript:-25 - 55 °C

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Comparison of S9170, DesignJet Z6 24-in PostScript
65 specifications
Printing4 differ
Print technologyInkjetInkjet
ColourYesYes
Maximum resolutionDiffers1200 x 1200 DPI2400 x 1200 DPI
Print resolution colourKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2400 x 1200 DPI
Number of print cartridgesDiffers116
Page description languagesDiffersESC PPostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4
Printing coloursDiffersBlack, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Light black, Orange, Red, White, GreenCyan, Photo black, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow
Copyingidentical
CopyingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Scanningidentical
ScanningKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Paper handling2 differ
Paper tray media typesDiffersRollCoated paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Banner
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceA1, A2, A3, A4
Maximum roll diameterDiffers25 cm61 cm
Custom media sizesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source210 x 279 to 610 x 1676 mm
Maximum roll widthKnown for one162.6 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfacesidentical
Ethernet LANYesYes
Wi-FiNoNo
USB portYesYes
Ethernet interface typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceFast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet
USB connectorKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceUSB Type-A
Direct printingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Ethernet LAN data ratesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi DirectKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
RJ-45 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
Mobile printing technologiesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ePrint
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantityKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Performance1 differ
Product colourBlackBlack
Built-in displayDiffersYesNo
Storage mediaKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHDD
Country of originKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceChina
CertificationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCompliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)
HP segmentKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBusiness
DisplayKnown for oneLCDUnknown — not stated by the source
Colour displayKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Display diagonalKnown for one10.9 cm (4.3")Unknown — not stated by the source
Control typeKnown for oneTouchUnknown — not stated by the source
Internal memoryKnown for one4000 MBUnknown — not stated by the source
Brand-specific featuresidentical
HP Web JetadminKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
HP Dynamic securityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Power2 differ
Power consumption (off)Differs0.3 W0.1 W
Power consumption (sleep)Differs3.4 W6.5 W
Power supplyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 W
AC input voltage100 - 240 V100 - 240 V
AC input frequency50/60 Hz50/60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)Known for one1190 WUnknown — not stated by the source
Operational conditions2 differ
Operating temperature (T-T)Differs15 - 35 °C5 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80%20 - 80%
Storage temperature (T-T)Differs-20 - 40 °C-25 - 55 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Known for one5 - 85%Unknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceENERGY STAR
Sustainable technologies and materialsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source30% post-consumer recycled plastic; Free, convenient HP ink cartridge and printhead recycling with HP Planet Partners; Highest WIR Print Permanence Ratings in the Industry; ENERGY STAR certified; EPEAT registered
Sustainability complianceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WidthDiffers2620 mm1293 mm
DepthDiffers1004 mm695 mm
HeightDiffers1021 mm998 mm
WeightDiffers342 kg66 kg
Packaging dataidentical
Package widthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1440 mm
Package depthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source766 mm
Package heightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source718 mm
Package weightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source97 kg
Cartridge(s) includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Quick start guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Bundled softwareKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP Click printing software, HP PrintOS Production Hub, HP Web Jetadmin, HP Partner Link, HP Security Manager (optional), HP SmartStream (optional)
Other featuresidentical
Electromagnetic compatibilityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceCompliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC), South Africa (SABS)
UNSPSC-codeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source43211612
Technical detailsidentical
Box contentsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP DesignJet Z6 PostScript Printer, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand and media bin, spindle, 3-in core adapter[9], quick reference guide, setup poster, power cord

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